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County Durham Residents Invited to Share Views on Heathland Grazing
People are being invited to share their views on proposed works that could support the future introduction of grazing cattle on a County Durham heathland. Durham County Council is considering GPS-controlled conservation grazing at Waldridge Fell, near Chester-le-Street, as a way to improve b...
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Bishop Auckland Heritage Festival returns with free talks, classic cars and local history displays
Bishop Auckland Town Council will host the fourth annual Heritage Festival on Saturday 26 September, from 10am to 3pm, offering a full programme of free talks, heritage displays, exhibitions and interactive activities. The event celebrates the town’s rich industrial and cultural heritage and is op...
Durham County Council Offers Free Passes and Prizes for National Fitness Day
Durham County Council is encouraging residents to improve their physical health this National Fitness Day. A month-long programme of September activities, including fitness challenges and interactive prize wheels, has been launched across the county to inspire local communities to stay active. This ...
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North East pub where 'there's always a tale to be told' named in Europe's top 100 for 2026
One pub in the North East has landed on a list of the best 100 pubs in Europe in newly published 2026 rankings
Bishop Auckland Football Club Joins Suicide Prevention Champion Initiative
Bishop Auckland Football Club has signed up to a new initiative seeking people who care about their community and can help others feel more comfortable talking about suicide and mental health. Durham County Council is looking for Suicide Prevention Champions across County Durham as part of World Sui...
K9 Freedom Fields Fun Dog Show to Raise Funds for Greyhounds Going Home
Dog lovers across County Durham are being invited to a fantastic afternoon of four-legged fun as K9 Freedom Fields host their Fun Dog Show on Sunday 13th September 2026. Taking place at K9 Freedom Fields in Coxhoe, the event promises an afternoon packed with wagging tails, colourful rosettes and ple...
The Light Durham Announces Autumn and Winter Events Programme
Durham City’s newest cultural venue has announced an ambitious programme of events, talks, performances and creative experiences designed to brighten the darker months ahead. Inspired by its inaugural exhibitions, We Are The Durhams: The Durham Light Infantry Exhibition and Victory Over the Sun: E...
Legendary sticky-floored North East nightclub makes shock 'comeback' to send social media wild
The Facebook page of a long gone North East nightclub suddenly sprung to life again on Tuesday night
County Durham Communities Invited to Join Big Autumn Clean
As autumn arrives and the nights begin to draw in, communities across County Durham are being invited to take part in the Big Autumn Clean. Durham County Council has launched the new seasonal litter-picking campaign, building on the success of its annual Big Spring Clean. Throughout September, resid...
Dean Midas Launches Eve Valentine Horror Game for Charity
Featuring both a 1950s retro edition and a sleek modern version, The Eve Valentine Horror Game is an Immersive Multimedia Print & Play Experience —Perfect for dark, spooky nights, atmospheric game sessions, and Halloween parties, with proceeds from every sale benefiting two major charities.Awa...
The Durham city centre cafe with amazing views that most people don’t even know is there
Surprise find café is tucked away at the back of a very well-known shop
RSPCA Toolkit Helps Families Support Children Through Pet Loss
More than nine out of ten parents want more guidance on how to help kids cope with pet loss. That’s according to a groundbreaking new survey for the RSPCA – which found that many parents and carers feel unprepared for the questions and emotions that follow the death of a beloved family pet. No...
Not Newcastle or York - Christmas Market that's 'pure magic' confirms 2026 dates
We're now into September and the nights are drawing in, which means that Christmas is now just a few months away
First Durham Jazz Festival Performances Near Capacity as Excitement Builds
Durham Jazz Festival is seeing strong demand ahead of its inaugural event this October, with its first show now sold out and several other performances nearing capacity. Newcastle jazz band Knats became the first act to sell out after the announcement of their 2026 Mercury Prize nomination, adding t...
Darlington and Durham Discharge Lounges Support Patients Heading Home
A North East hospital trust has marked its first Love Your Lounge Month, a campaign held throughout August to raise awareness of the important role discharge lounges play in supporting patients who are ready to leave hospital. The campaign focused on the discharge lounges at Darlington Memorial Hosp...
Opening Weekend Celebrates Culture, Creativity and Community at The Light
Visitors of all ages enjoyed their first look inside The Light, Durham’s brand-new cultural attraction, as it officially opened to the public. A packed programme of activities took place on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 August to celebrate the launch of the Durham County Council venue, which is set to...
LNER announces extra train services to transport thousands for Great North Run
Those travelling to the region from across the country can benefit from more trains on the morning of Sunday, September 13
Bishop Auckland Events Programme Offers Family Fun Throughout the Year
The Council’s programme of support continues throughout the year, with a range of free and family-friendly events offering something for everyone. And behind the programme, the Council’s office team works hard to develop and coordinate this wide range of community-focused ideas. Until Sat… ...
County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust Receives Sophie’s Legacy Recognition
A 10-year-old girl’s wish to make hospital stays better for other children and families is being brought to life in the North East, as a local NHS Trust becomes the first organisation in the region to receive Sophie’s Legacy Approved Hospital recognition. Sophie Fairall spent much of her final y...
Historic North East pub to re-open as 'destination' eatery after £3m refurbishment
The Court Inn has been closed since 2020 but the teams behind Hibou Blanc and the Black Rabbit have come together to transform the building